It’s the last week of June, and the last week before the Calgary Stampede mania is unleashed. If you’re an introvert, you might want to use this time to relax and prepare. If you’re not, what better way to hype yourself up than with a bunch of fun activities? Either way, here are 10 things to do in Calgary this week.
Tap your feet at the Jazz YYC Summer Festival
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What: Discover amazing artists set to perform at this year’s annual Summer Festival. It’s all the jazz you could want in one place.
When: Monday, June 23 to Sunday, June 29, 2025
Where: Various venues
Admission: Varies by show
Read in the wild at the Outdoor Read-a-thon
What: Wordfest and Calgary Public Library are bringing back Reading in the Wild, Calgary’s outdoor Read-A-Thon. Readers of all ages are welcome to bring a blanket and book to enjoy amongst fellow readers in the wild.
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025; 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Memorial Park – 1221 2nd St. SW, Calgary
Admission: Free
Shop the Market on Stephen Avenue
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What: Who doesn’t love an outdoor street market? Stop by Stephen Avenue and shop artisan wares from local businesses and makers.
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Stephen Avenue
Admission: Free
Cheers at the BREW Bash
What: Get your tickets for Calgary BREW Bash and cheers to a night filled with fantastic craft beers, delicious food, and BREW Fellowship.
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025; 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub – 140 10th Ave. SW, Calgary
Admission: $81.88
Stop by the U/D Night Market
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What: Enjoy a curated selection of local artisans, live music, entertainment and more at this free outdoor market.
When: Wednesday, June 25, 2025; 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Central Commons Park – 3rd St. NW, Calgary
Admission: Free
Browse the Kensington Night Market
What: Come visit the neighbourhood of Kensington to shop artisan wares from local businesses and makers.
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025; 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parking lot 1209 Kensington Rd. NW, Calgary
Admission: Free
Learn something at the zoo
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What: It’s never a bad day to learn more about Calgary’s cutest residents. Indulge your wildlife fascination at the Calgary Zoo, and keep your eyes peeled for their special exhibit, Washed Ashore. You’ll find giant sculptures of marine wildlife throughout the zoo, made entirely of debris collected from Pacific Ocean beaches. On now until mid-September.
When: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo — 210 St. George’s Dr. NE
Admission: Starting at $36.45 + GST, varies by day
Feel like a kid at Calaway Park
What: If you’re looking for thrills, then you can’t go wrong with a visit to Calaway Park. Located just outside of Calgary, this local amusement park gives you access to all your favourite rides with the price of admission.
When: Open June 18, 19, 20, 23, 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. starting Thursday, June 26, 2025
Where: Calaway Park — 245033 Range Rd. 33
Admission: $53.95 + GST with season passes and online discounts available.
Travel in time with Life Chronicles
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What: If you’re hitting up the mall this week, be sure to check out this unreal immersive experience. Wander in a land before time with Life Chronicles at Chinook Mall. Experience a time of dinosaurs, back when giants ruled the world, all without a time machine.
When: Until Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025
Where: 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Admission: $24.35+
Visit Telus Spark
What: There’s always something on at Telus Spark, and the current exhibit is all about the science of food. Explore the world of gastronomy with an immersive exhibition that “serves up” the science of food. Whether you’re a science nerd or just love a good meal, you don’t want to miss this one.
When: Now until Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025
Where: Telus Spark Science — 220 Saint George’s Dr. NE, Calgary
Admission: $32.95 for adult general admission